Chapter 12 Terminating the Incident Flashcards
Which of the following is NOT a distinct activity for terminating the incident?
A) Transfer of on-scene command
B) Incident debriefing
C) Post-incident analysis
D) Re-servicing equipment
D) Re-servicing equipment
Unlike fire emergencies, hazardous material incidents sometimes slowly creep from the emergency phase to the restoration and _________ phase.
A) clean-up
B) rehab
C) recovery
D) reorganize
C) recovery
Whom should the incident commander meet with to formally turn over the incident scene prior to termination?
A) Responsible party
B) Political representatives
C) Law enforcement
D) Safety officer
A) Responsible party
During the transfer of command, all of the following should be covered EXCEPT:
A) Hazards that still exist.
B) Safety procedures.
C) Name of materials.
D) Command structure.
D) Command structure.
What is accomplished in the field after termination to provide accurate information concerning the hazards and risks involved directly to the people who may have been exposed, contaminated, or in some way affected in the response?
A) Critique
B) Debriefing
C) Rehab briefing
D) Safety briefing
B) Debriefing
Which of the following is NOT included in an effective debriefing?
A) Identification of existing unsafe conditions.
B) Identification of damaged equipment.
C) Equipment that is undamaged
D) Assessment of the need for critical incident stress debrief.
C) Equipment that is undamaged
In order to be free of distractions, poor environmental conditions, and loud ambient noises, what should be conducted in a nearby vehicle or building?
A) Critique
B) Debriefings
C) Rehab
D) Accountability
B) Debriefings
Debriefings of _________ may be considered too long due to a complex incident and require more time?
A) 5 to 10 minutes
B) 10 to 15 minutes
C) 15 to 20 minutes
D) Less than 5 minutes
C) 15 to 20 minutes
Contaminated firefighting gear and personal clothing that has been bagged to prevent the spread of contamination so that it can be cleaned or laundered properly upon return to the station
is discussed in which debriefing subject area.
A) Equipment and apparatus exposure review
B) Follow-up contact person
C) Health information
D) Problems requiring immediate action
A) Equipment and apparatus exposure review
What is the reconstruction of the incident to establish a clear picture of the events that took place during the emergency?
A) Debriefing
B) Critique
C) Post-incident analysis
D) Post-entry briefing
C) Post-incident analysis
A formal post-incident analysis is one method for providing the release of what type of information to those who have a need to know?
A) Statistical
B) Factual
C) Timely
D) Tactical
B) Factual
During the post-incident analysis, questions asked about adequate equipment, use and management of the equipment and mutual aid resources would fall into which key topic?
A) Plans and procedures
B) Resources
C) Support service
D) Training
B) Resources
Suggested sources to gather factual information for the post-incident analysis include all of the following EXCEPT:
A) Container manufacturer.
B) Photographs.
C) Videos.
D) Interview responders.
A) Container manufacturer
Once all of the data has been assembled and a rough draft report developed, who should review the entire package to verify that the available facts and events are arranged properly and actually took place?
A) Review committee
B) Local media
C) Key responders
D) Local government officials
C) Key responders
Most major public fire departments participate in some form of reporting system. Which of the following reporting systems sponsored by the U.S. Fire Administration is most commonly
used?
A) NFA
B) NRC
C) NFIRS
D) NFPA
C) NFIRS
